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User Sense vs UserBob
Both stand on usability testing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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User Sense combines study tools, participant sourcing, and optional research services across major device types. Its pay-as-you-go structure and broad prototype support suit teams planning individual sessions or larger studies.
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UserBob combines recruited unmoderated testing with fixed and custom test formats. Its participant cap, video-retention period and lack of moderated sessions should shape your study design.
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| User Sense | UserBob | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Participant recruitment: €3, paid once | Mobile Web — First Impressions: $22.50, paid once |
| Plans published | 5 | 10 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | usersense.com | userbob.com |
| On usability testing software | #13 of 52 | #9 of 52 |
User Sense: what it does well
- Moderated and unmoderated research methods
- Supports six prototype tools
- Testing covers desktop, tablet, mobile, web, and native apps
- Recruitment access to 100,000+ participants
- Participant incentives handled for recruited studies
What to know first
- Listed prices exclude VAT
- Research service starts at €1500 per study
- Recording add-on costs €15
- Recruitment rates vary
UserBob: what it does well
- Supports web, Android and iOS testing
- Offers first-impression and task tests
- Custom demographics and tasks available
- REST API for test management
- Free plan available
What to know first
- Moderated sessions are not supported
- Participant limit is nine
- Videos may be removed after 30 days
- Specific demographic targeting may take longer
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